Make your own broom—just in time for fall!

On Sunday, September 14th from 1:00–2:30pm, join us at the Museum of Appalachia for a

beginner-friendly (ages 13+) broommaking class led by Amelia Galvas, owner of Aviary Broom Co.

In this lively, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the timeless craft of broommaking and create

two unique pieces to take home:

• A one-of-a-kind hand whisk

• A whimsical cake tester

Space is limited, so don’t wait to grab your ticket below!

ARTIST BIO:

Aviary Broom Co., founded by Knoxville-based “broomsquire” Amelia Galvas, is a local artisan

broom‑making studio dedicated to reviving and reinventing the traditional craft of hand-tied broomcorn brooms.

Galvas apprenticed under a seasoned broom maker and now creates each broom entirely by hand—

spinning and knotting the broomcorn on a spindle in an approximately 45‑minute process. Her designs

blend time-honored Appalachian techniques with playful modern elements, including rainbow-dyed grasses

and experimentation with palm fibers and varied ties.

Aviary’s creations have garnered attention through regular participation at Market Square

Saturday markets, museum demonstrations, and workshops, and are also available via Etsy and Instagram.